ASI Student Government

#FillThoseTrucks: Support Wildfire Victims with ASI Student Government and Meathead Movers!

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The Cal Poly community has an opportunity to help those affected by the devastating wildfires in Southern California. ASI Student Government has teamed up with Meathead Movers in hosting the #FillThoseTrucks donation drive with drop-off locations throughout Cal Poly campus to collect essential supplies for those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires. All donations will be delivered to Operation USA, an international disaster relief organization, which will distribute these items to those in need. 

 

Donation Drive Details: 

When: 

 Tuesday, Jan. 14–Friday, Jan. 17 

What to Donate: 

  • Body Wash
  • Bar of Soap (Regular Size)
  • Shampoo 
  • Unopened Toothbrushes 
  • Toothpaste (Regular Size)
  • Hand Towel
  • Flushable Wipes
  • Feminine hygiene products 
  • Diapers 
  • Baby Wipes
  • Flashlights 
  • Batteries 
  • Bottled water 

All items must be unopened and have an expiration date of at least 12 months from the donation date. 

 

Drop-Off Locations: 

  • Meathead Movers truck at the Multi-Activity Center (MAC) (Building 43, Room 170), from 9 a.m.– 6 p.m.
    *Best for larger donations. Drive-up drop-off at Hathway Ave. and Longview Lane  
  • Orfalea Family and ASI Children’s Center (Building 133), from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. 
  • Cal Poly Recreation Center, Membership Services Front Desk (Building 43), from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. 
  • University Union, ASI Student Government Office (Building 65), from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. 
  • Mustang Business Park (4800 Morabito Place, San Luis Obispo, 93401), from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. 

 

Monetary Donations: 

Monetary donations can be made directly to Operation USA’s efforts for wildfire relief. Visit Operation USA for more information and to donate.

 

“As Student Government represents over 22,000 students, and with hundreds of those students and families affected by the devastating wildfires in Southern California, this drive serves as a crucial effort to provide immediate relief and support to our student community and those in need,” expressed Marc Cabeliza, Chair of the University Union Advisory Board. “Our hearts are with all the members of the Cal Poly family being affected by the fires in Southern California … We also want to thank all the first responders working to protect these communities and families,” said Chair of the ASI Board of Directors, Reagan Denny. 

We urge all students and the campus community to participate in this important initiative. Your contributions will provide critical supplies to those who need them most. Together, we can make a difference for those affected by this disaster. 

For more information, please contact asistudentgovernment@calpoly.edu. 

 


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